Software Development Engineer, Nitro SSD

The AWS Hardware Engineering team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to drive innovation in server and storage infrastructure for Amazon Web Services. This role focuses on developing firmware for solid-state devices (SSDs) and is critical to AWS's success in serving over a million customers worldwide.

As a Firmware Engineer on the team, you'll be at the forefront of designing and implementing AWS-specific hardware, firmware, and software solutions for non-volatile memory devices. You'll work on cutting-edge SSD technology, making architectural decisions that optimize performance for various use cases. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, including hardware architects, validation engineers, and software services teams.

The position offers a unique opportunity to impact AWS's infrastructure directly. You'll be working with industry-leading designs focused on operational excellence and frugality. The scale of AWS creates unprecedented opportunities for component customization that directly benefits customers. You'll have ownership of your work and see tangible improvements in products based on your contributions.

The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in SSD firmware development, with experience in making architectural trade-offs for performance optimization. You'll need a deep understanding of storage technologies, embedded systems, and programming languages like Java, C++, or C#. The role requires both technical depth and leadership skills, as you'll be guiding design decisions and collaborating with teams across Amazon and external partners.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about storage technology and cloud computing who wants to make a significant impact on AWS's infrastructure. You'll be part of a growing, fast-paced team that's shaping the future of cloud computing technology while working on challenging technical problems that affect millions of AWS customers.